Painters putty imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo imported painters putty worth $5.5 million (2.7 thousand tonnes). That is 95% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.5M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 941 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $949K | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $935K | 647 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports painters putty from
China alone supplied 62% of it. Among the main suppliers, Tunisia grew fastest (+258% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.4M | 62% |
| Tunisia | $425K | 7.7% |
| United Kingdom | $384K | 6.9% |
| Malaysia | $346K | 6.2% |
| Morocco | $290K | 5.2% |
| India | $220K | 4% |
| France | $176K | 3.2% |
| Lebanon | $129K | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $39K | 0.7% |
| Brazil | $29K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.04 per kg, 37% below the world average of $3.24, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo painters putty imports (HS 3214.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 3214.10: Mastics: painters' fillings.
Common questions
What is the value of painters putty imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported painters putty worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 108th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 95% on 2023.
Which countries supply painters putty to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Tunisia (8%) and the United Kingdom (7%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Tunisia grew fastest among the top ten, up 258% on the year.
What is the average import price of painters putty per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.04 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $3.24 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of painters putty to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $935 thousand in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, an increase of 493%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for painters putty?
The HS code for painters putty is subheading 3214.10. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3214 page.
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